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Tap n' go: Android's rumored 'Tap to Share' UI might've just broken cover
By Nickolas Diaz published
Tap, tap, overlap Google's still working on Android's "Tap to Share," but new details surfaced, showing what's new and different.

We asked, you answered: Android users pick between gestures and 3-button navigation, and the top choice might surprise you
By Derrek Lee published
AC Polls In a recent poll, we asked Android users if they prefer gesture navigation or 3-button navigation. The results are in, and there's a very clear winner.

Google's $135M Android data settlement is getting closer, and you can now set your payout method
By Sanuj Bhatia published
Payout begins Eligible Android users in the U.S. can now file claims for the ongoing settlement.

I always add these 6 quick settings tiles to my Android phone when setting it up for the first time
By Namerah Saud Fatmi published
How To There are dozens of quick settings tiles, but here are my top six. I rely on them so much that they are the first tiles I pick when setting up a new phone.

Android 17 Beta 3 finally brings the desktop multitasking we’ve been waiting for
By Jay Bonggolto published
Multitasking is finally real Android 17 Beta 3 finally delivers floating windows for any app, splits your Wi-Fi and mobile toggles, and hits platform stability.

The next Android update may finally undo some of Google's worst decisions
By Sanuj Bhatia published
New Canary build Android Canary 2603 introduces new features aimed at fixing common user frustrations.

Here's how Google plans to 'balance' a safer Android with side-loading this year
By Nickolas Diaz published
Your choice Google will keep side-loading for Android, but not without an "advanced flow" that will bring "balance" to user safety and the OS' openness.

Android 17: Everything you need to know
By Harish Jonnalagadda last updated
What's next Android 17 is now available, and while the initial beta build doesn't really have much to offer, that will change over the coming weeks. This is what you need to know about Android 17.

Android's March update is all about finding people, apps, and your missing bags
By Jay Bonggolto published
March Pixel Drop Google’s March Pixel Drop adds in-chat live location sharing, Play Store app previews, custom Calling Cards, kids’ games on Android Auto, and a smarter way to track lost luggage.
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